SPRING PEA SOUP
Want a tasty, textured pea soup that tastes like springtime? You have to start in the freezer section of the supermarket to get the best results. I like frozen peas to build the base of the soup and then enrich it, last minute, with some fresh peas. Lots of people add bacon or Parmesan to garnish, and that's all fine to me, but I largely prefer the crunch of fresh peas or pea tops (a true sign of spring) and a dollop of sour cream. Use whatever peas are at the supermarket, sugar snap or snow peas.
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the scallions and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until the scallions are tender, 2 to 3 minutes, then add the peas, stock and 1 cup of water. Bring to boil, then simmer over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes to allow the peas to soften further.
- Using a jar blender, carefully puree the soup until smooth (see Cook's Note). Pour the soup back into the pot, then add the sour cream and honey, and gently warm for 1 to 2 minutes. Taste for seasoning. Garnish the bottom of each serving bowl with the fresh pea slices and basil leaves. Ladle the soup on top and serve.
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Nazu Baig
[email protected]This soup is so delicious! I love the creamy texture and the pop of flavor from the fresh mint.
Radhika Thakuri
[email protected]This soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day.
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[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
Ansa Shaikh
[email protected]This soup is so good! The peas are cooked perfectly, and the broth is creamy and flavorful.
Chris Roberts
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.
Devin Field
[email protected]This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread.
Jordan Christensen
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of peas, but this soup was actually really good. The peas were cooked perfectly, and the broth was flavorful and creamy.
Iqbal Bakht
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make, and it's so versatile. You can add whatever vegetables you like, or even some cooked chicken or sausage.
Kajol Roy
[email protected]I added some chopped bacon to this soup, and it was amazing! The smokiness of the bacon really complemented the sweetness of the peas.
wajid hussain
[email protected]This was my first time making pea soup, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and it was perfect.
Ken Nelson
[email protected]This soup is so creamy and delicious. I love the pop of flavor from the fresh mint.
ooko martha
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this soup. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a really flavorful dish.
Michele Haywood
[email protected]This soup is the perfect way to use up leftover peas. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Nur Banu
[email protected]I've made this soup a few times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.
Victoria Obedapo
[email protected]This soup was a hit with my family! The peas were sweet and tender, and the broth was flavorful and creamy. I added a little bit of extra garlic and thyme, and it was perfect.